Capitol Hill Workshop

Program Description

U.S. security concerns are broader and more multi-dimensional than at any other time in our nation’s history. As we enter the third decade of the 21st Century, Congress and the Administration face unprecedented political, environmental, economic, and military challenges, both domestic and international, which must be effectively addressed.

From the rise of China to the disruptions of globalization, from nuclear proliferation to viral pandemics, from cyber-attacks to terrorist attacks, this Capitol Hill Workshop will offer U.S. attendees the opportunity to address and discuss the complex array of challenges facing senior DoD managers in the years ahead.

This one-day Capitol Hill Workshop will bring together a faculty of internationally recognized experts who, in an “off-the-record” setting, will discuss these issues and offer various perspectives on Administration policies and Congressional initiatives which will inevitably impact the way we respond to emerging threats in the coming years.

Seminar Topics

Legislative Politics: How Washington Really Works
Governance in America: Personal Responsibility and the National Interest
What is America Thinking? A Tour D’Horizon of American Public Opinion
The Modern Presidency in Times of Uncertainty and Global Turmoil
Immigration and Border Security: A View from the Ground
Emerging Chinese Military, Space and Security Concerns
Why History Matters and Why Politicians Seldom Notice
The Key Global Mega-Trends Shaping Geopolitics, the Environment and the U.S. National Security
From Quantum Computing to AI to Biotech to Space: Can American Remain Competitive?
Putin’s Russia and Ukraine: The Implications for U.S. National Security
The Role of Congressional Staff and Assessing Leadership in Today’s Polarized Environment
How Can—and Does Congress Address the Changing Political Landscape and National Security Environment

The above topics may change to address current events and interests of the participants at the time of the seminar.

Moderator

The Program Moderator will have extensive experience conducting senior-level foreign policy seminars for the Intel Community. The Moderator will have first-hand knowledge and a detailed, up-to-date understanding of the region being studied in each seminar. In addition to the daily morning introduction and afternoon wrap-up, the Moderator will generally make a separate presentation and be available to provide additional presentations as needed. The Moderator will facilitate, when necessary, dialogue between the speakers and participants as well as lead the group discussions and Q&A sessions.

Fee

The fee for this one day Seminar is $1,125 per person. The program will feature a minimum of 5 separate presentations. Also included are daily continental breakfasts and working luncheons. The seminar will be held in a private meeting room. An on-site staff person will assist participants as needed and coordinate daily activities.

Registration

The target audience for these seminars are civilians (GS-14 and above) and military (O-6 and above). Others who have a special interest in the subject, need-to-know, or are in key positions may apply. Seminar space is limited to assure participants have ample time for open discussion with presenters. Upon registration, attendees will receive confirmation via email within five days. Cancellations will be accepted in writing up to two weeks prior to each program. After that time, substitutions will be accepted.

If you have any questions or need further information, please call the office at 703-684-8807.

Additional Information

Reporting information will be sent to all participants approximately two weeks prior to the start of the program.

These programs are informal and strictly “off-the-record.” No video, PowerPoint or audio-visual aids are utilized in the presentations.